I guess Im not understanding what the fuss is about.

I can certainly understand the lender's point of view.

Example
100k property w/ 50k of timber value.

20% down = 20k
Loan = 80k

You clear cut it & don't apply the proceeds to the principal.
Property's market value is 50k.

Bank is upside down on their collateral.
You are 30k in the black if you walk away.

Last edited by walt4dun; 09/11/15 10:54 AM.